Fox has officially announced the greenlight for 'Mammoth', its first live-action comedy series in over two years, from 'Modern Family' creators Christopher Lloyd and Danny Zuker.
Fox has confirmed that it has ordered a new live-action comedy series titled Mammoth, from the acclaimed creators of Modern Family, Christopher Lloyd and Danny Zuker. The series marks Fox's first live-action comedy in over two years and is slated for the 2027-28 season, according to Deadline.
Mammoth will be based on a similar project that aired on BBC Two. Christopher Lloyd, known for his work as a creator and executive producer on Modern Family, partners with writer and executive producer Danny Zuker for this new series. The show follows Coach Tony Mammoth, a charismatic high school gym teacher who becomes trapped in a time warp after surviving a freak ski avalanche in 1983. Emerging four decades later, he faces the bizarre realities of modern life while clinging to the past.
Both Lloyd and Zuker will serve as showrunners and executive producers, alongside Mark Linsey and Angie Stephenson from BBC Studios Los Angeles, which is partly responsible for Mammoth’s U.S. adaptation. The comedic premise revolves around Tony’s outdated worldview and his struggle to adapt, providing a rich landscape for humor and relatable character dynamics. This production is a full collaboration between Fox Entertainment Studios and BBC Studios Los Angeles.
Fox's decision to greenlight Mammoth comes as it seeks to re-establish its comedy slate, which has seen a downturn in new live-action offerings. Their last significant foray into this genre was Animal Control, starring Joel McHale. During their upfront call, Fox executives, including Michael Thorn, president of Fox Television Network, acknowledged a renewed focus on evolving their production model for comedies. They have been actively looking for new comedic content that aligns with their operational strategies, although Mammoth was reportedly a pre-existing project and does not adhere to these more economically-focused production models.
Lloyd and Zuker, who previously collaborated on the 11-season run of Modern Family, are expected to attract audiences familiar with their comedic style. The new series aims to blend nostalgic humor with contemporary themes, appealing to viewers who appreciate sitcoms from the 1980s, as well as a newer audience encountering these concepts for the first time. With audiences looking for relatable storylines and dynamic characters, Mammoth could resonate well within Fox’s programming.
The addition of Mammoth signals Fox's commitment to reviving its live-action comedy lineup while leveraging the talents of experienced producers. As the network navigates a challenging entertainment landscape, the show’s timely premise and anticipated humor could pave the way for Fox to reclaim its standing in the comedic genre. However, it remains to be seen how this narrative will be received in the competitive television market of the coming years.
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